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Iolite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-2.73.77-3.93
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Schorlomite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Iolite and Schorlomite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.